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Practice Question

A pediatric nurse is calculating a child's medication dosage. The child weighs 30 kilograms and the prescribed dosage is 0.2 milligrams per kilogram. How many milligrams of medication should the nurse administer to the child?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

6 milligrams

Rationale:

🧮To calculate a weight-based dosage, multiply the child’s weight in kilograms by the dose prescribed per kilogram.

📏In this case: 30 kg × 0.2 mg/kg = 6 mg.

💊This method ensures the child receives a safe and effective dose, tailored to their specific weight, which is essential in pediatric medication management.

🔍Accurate calculations are critical to prevent medication errors, especially since children's metabolic processes differ significantly from adults.

📌Core message

Always use weight-based calculations in pediatrics to ensure precise dosing and promote safe medication administration.

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  • Subcategory: ATI Exams (LPN)
  • Domain: PEDIATRICS (LPN ati)
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